Chorizopizza Recipes

CHORIZO SUPREME PIZZA

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425ºF.
• Cook chorizo in large skillet on medium heat 5 to 7 min. or until done, stirring occasionally; drain. Add red peppers and onions; cook 3 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in mushrooms and jalapeño peppers; cook 4 to 5 min. or until mushrooms are tender.
• Place pizza crust on baking sheet; brush edge with oil. Spread crust with sauce; top with 3/4 cup cheese, chorizo mixture, tomatoes and remaining cheese.
• Bake 12 to 14 min. or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cilantro.

CHORIZO PIZZA

Steps:

• Preheat broiler.
• In large skillet crumble and cook chorizo over medium heat until no pink remains. Drain in colander.
• In small saucepan, heat salsa over medium heat until heated through.
• Lightly coat large baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange tortillas, two at a time, on baking sheet. Top each with equal amounts of cheese. Broil 3-4 inches from heat for 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted.
• Top each pizza with equal amounts of the warm salsa, cooked chorizo, avocado, green onions, and cilantro.
• Serve with lime wedges and enjoy this south of the border treat! :D.

MEXICAN CHORIZO PIZZA (TLAYUDA)

Steps:

• For the chorizo and bean topping: In a large heavy saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil on medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook until crisp, about 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and reserve. In a large heavy saute pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil on medium-high heat. Add the beans and cook until warm, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and reserve.
• For the tortillas: Combine the corn masa, 1 1/4 cups water and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly by hand to form a soft dough, about 2 minutes. If the dough feels dry, add more water (one tablespoon at a time). Preheat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet. Place a piece of parchment paper on a flat surface. Put half of the dough onto the parchment paper and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough until it is 1/4-inch thick and 10 inches in diameter. Drizzle the oil into the hot skillet and place the rolled out masa dough into the skillet to cook for about 2 minutes. Turn over to cook on the other side.
• To assemble the pizza: Spread 1/2 cup of the warm refried beans onto the cooked side of dough. Add 1/4 cup Oaxaca cheese and 1/2 cup cooked chorizo. Continue to cook for until the cheese is melted, another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the pizza from the pan onto a round serving platter. Top with the iceberg lettuce. Season with salt and pepper. Then sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco and a drizzle of Mexican crema. Cut into 4-inch squares and serve immediately. Repeat with the remaining half of dough and toppings.

SALSA CHORIZO PIZZAS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the salsa ingredients; set aside. , Divide dough into fourths. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into an 8-in. circle. Lightly brush both sides of dough with oil; place on grill. Cover and grill over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until the bottom is lightly browned. , Remove from the grill. Top the grilled side of each pizza with 1/2 cup cheese, 1/4 cup chorizo and 1/2 cup salsa. Return to the grill. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the bottom is browned and cheese is melted. Refrigerate remaining salsa.

CHORIZO PIZZA WITH PEPPERS & MANCHEGO

Steps:

• Prepare the dough following the instructions in our basic pizza dough recipe in 'goes well with', right.
• Thickly slice the chorizo and pan-fry until crisp. Remove and set aside. Cook one side of the pizzas.
• Crush 2-3 of the tomatoes with your hands and drain in a sieve, then spread on the cooked side of the pizzas. Top with both cheeses, the pepper and chorizo. Season and add chilli flakes if you like it hot. Grill, covered, until the cheese is melted. Finish with the spinach leaves and shavings of manchego.